The King Cobra is the largest venomous snake. It can grow up to 20 feet in length. They have large hoods that are made up of their ribs, and extend when in danger. On their backs, they have marks that look like a pair of old fashioned eyeglasses and therefore are called"Spectacled Cobras." They can lift half of their bodies off the ground, and become eye level with a six foot person or taller. Their colors vary between the regions that which they reside in.
Habitat
King Cobras reside in the plains, rain forests and deserts of south Asia. The region they're in is what determine their colors.
Diet
These majestic reptiles are carnivores. A King Cobra's favorite meal is mice, but usually eats small snakes. They also usually eat lizards, eggs, and small mammals. When they eat, they digest food immediately.
Interesting Facts
Cobras are among the many snakes that make nests for their eggs. When they mate, the male stays and helps raise the
family. The female guards the eggs ferociously after the two months of pregnancy for 80 days. In the reptile world, King Cobra mothers are very attentive compared to the rest.
King Cobras are very shy, and will avoid danger when possible. But, if that is not possible, these snakes are very aggressive. Their venom ejects from their teeth and in one bite, could kill 20 men and an elephant. Their hiss sounds like a cat, but can be very intimidating to other animals. Through vibrations in the air, King Cobras can sense movements of other snakes. They use their tongue as a direction finder, and have an incredible sense of smell. They can see prey from up to 300 feet away.
Snake charming is becoming extinct, but was vastly popular many years ago. Governments are banning this act to save cobras. Cobras can hear perfectly well, but are mostly enticed by the movement and shape of the flutes used to charm.
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King Cobra
Appearance
The King Cobra is the largest venomous snake. It can grow up to 20 feet in length. They have large hoods that are made up of their ribs, and extend when in danger. On their backs, they have marks that look like a pair of old fashioned eyeglasses and
Habitat
King Cobras reside in the plains, rain forests and deserts of south Asia. The region they're in is what determine their colors.
Diet
These majestic reptiles are carnivores. A King Cobra's favorite meal is mice, but usually eats small snakes. They also usually eat lizards, eggs, and small mammals. When they eat, they digest food immediately.
Interesting Facts
Cobras are among the many snakes that make nests for their eggs. When they mate, the male stays and helps raise the
family. The female guards the eggs ferociously after the two months of pregnancy for 80 days. In the reptile world, King Cobra mothers are very attentive compared to the rest.King Cobras are very shy, and will avoid danger when possible. But, if that is not possible, these snakes are very aggressive. Their venom ejects from their teeth and in one bite, could kill 20 men and an elephant. Their hiss sounds like a cat, but can be very intimidating to other animals. Through vibrations in the air, King Cobras can sense movements of other snakes. They use their tongue as a direction finder, and have an incredible sense of smell. They can see prey from up to 300 feet away.
Snake charming is becoming extinct, but was vastly popular many years ago. Governments are banning this act to save cobras. Cobras can hear perfectly well, but are mostly enticed by the movement and shape of the flutes used to charm.